Ingredients
4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 1⁄2cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1⁄2 cup grated cheese, to sprinkle on top
Directions
In a small saucepan, melt butter and blend in flour.
Let’s sit for a minute.
Add all of the cold milk, stirring with a whisk.
Season with salt and cayenne.
Cook sauce on low until smooth and boiling, stirring occasionally with a whisk.
Reduce heat and stir in cheese.
Place half of the sliced potatoes in a lightly greased one-quart casserole dish.
Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
Repeat with the second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Top with some paprika for color.
Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F.
